The greatest show on planet awaits. Drama unfolds everywhere in Djemaa El Fna.
Since the 11th century, hoopla and halqa (street theatre) have been nonstop here. It used to hold a mountain trader food market.
By midday, snake-charmer pungi flutes start whining, but the performance doesn't start until restaurants start grilling at sunset.
Since 2001, Djemaa El Fna has been a Unesco World Heritage Site and a protected urban landmark.
After 2pm, local food sellers set up for the evening supper scrum, and cars are forbidden from the area.
Stalls are numbered and grid-based. Snail cooks line up on the eastern side.
Join residents at the southern vendors' copper tea urns after dinner.